Research Interests

Fish Ecology and Conservation, Predator-Prey Interactions, Restoration Ecology, Aquatic Trophic Dynamics

Thesis project

Age-0 Gizzard Shad Prey Supply and Predator Demand: Analysis of the Trophic Support Capacity of Southern U.S. Reservoirs.

Education

• M.S. Nat. Res. Ecology & Management – Fisheries Option, 2009. Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
• B.S. Environmental Science, 2007 (Departmental Honors). Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA

Professional Experience

• Research Assistant, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame (Advisor: Dr. Gary A. Lamberti; 2010 - present)
• Research Technician, Oklahoma Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit (2009-present).
• Research Assistant, Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management, Oklahoma State University (2007 – 2009).

Professional Memberships

• American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists
• Society for Ecological Restoration International
• American Association for the Advancement of Science

American Fisheries Society

• Oklahoma State University Student Chapter (2007-Present)

Ecological Society of America

• Aquatic Ecology Section (2007-Present)

Activities & Awards

Treasurer, OSU Student Subunit of the American Fisheries Society (2008 & 2009)